GUY COPELAND FROM ALVASTON SENTENCED TO 12 YEARS FOR CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE IN DERBY

In a case that has shocked the local community, Guy Copeland, a 59-year-old resident of Brighton Road in Alvaston, has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term of 12 years for a series of heinous sexual offenses committed against a young girl. The abuse spanned nearly a decade, beginning when the victim was just seven years old and continuing until she reached the age of 16, during the 1990s.

It was only in 2011 that the victim, now an adult, decided to come forward and report the abuse to the police. Her courage in speaking out led to a thorough investigation and subsequent legal proceedings. The case was brought before Derby Crown Court, where a jury found Guy Copeland guilty of multiple serious charges, including rape, 13 counts of indecent assault, and attempted sexual assault. All of these offenses took place within the city of Derby.

Following his conviction, the court ordered that Copeland must register as a sex offender for the rest of his life, a measure designed to monitor and restrict his activities to protect the community. Additionally, he is now legally prohibited from working with children, a restriction that aims to prevent any future harm.

This case highlights the importance of vigilance and the bravery of victims who choose to come forward, despite the long delay between the offenses and the pursuit of justice. The sentencing sends a clear message about the serious consequences of such criminal behavior and the commitment of the justice system to safeguarding vulnerable individuals.